Kukljica

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Kukljica 44°2.02′N, 15°15.13′E44.033666666667;15.252166666667 destination

Kuklica harbour from S

The port of Kuklica is located on the SE coast of the island of Ugljan, just over a mile NNW of the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac, the channel between Ugljan and its neighbouring island of Pasman. Built around a natural inlet, it is sheltered from all except strong SE winds. In addition to hosting a busy fishing fleet, the harbour also caters for visiting yachts, with two concrete jetties, one on the NW side of the harbour and the other on the SW offering some 25-30 berths in total, complete with laid moorings, water and electricity,. It is also a popular tourist destination and the population of around 750 is swelled by several times that amount during the summer months. Every 5 August for the Festival of Our Lady of the Snow a statue of the virgin is carried in procession from the eponymous chapel in the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac to Kuklica, accompanied by nearly 100 boats of all kinds.

Charts

British Admiralty

515

Croatian chart

MK13

Imray

M25 (Otok Rab to Sibenik)

Weather

Diurnal winds among the islands are mostly moderate during the summer months, predominantly from NW and rarely exceeding force 4/5, although gusting is common in narrow channels between islands and on the lee side of headlands. At night, katabatic winds off the mountains affect some of the islands close to the mainland coast. During early spring and (especially) autumn conditions can be more unsettled, occasionally accompanied by violent thunderstorms - luckily of short duration - with winds of 30-35 knots or more and vicious, steep seas. In the winter the sudden, violent N wind off the mountains, the bora, is much to be feared, especially along the coast from Rijeka down to Zadar, although its effects can be felt as far south as Split.

Equally prevalent in winter - although not uncommon in summer - is the scirocco, a S/SE wind that blows up from North Africa, usually in advance of a depression moving E across the Mediterranean. Unlike the bora, the scirocco only occasionally exceeds gale force, but is still a phenomenon to be wary of, especially if on a lee coast.

For sources of weather forecasting, see Croatia.

Passages

See Croatia.

Islands

• Pasman

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

There are no dangers in the approach to Kuklica. Note that if approaching from S, the channel of Prolaz Mali Zdrelac between Ugljan and Pasman is only navigable by yachts with an air draft of less than 16.5 metres. Depths in the harbour entrance are 5.0 - 6.0 metres.

Entrance

The nearest year-round port of entry is Zadar.

Berthing

Moorings on the SW quay, Kuklica

Moorings on the NW quay, Kuklica

There are three principal berthing options in Kuklica:

• SW quay

At the SW end of the harbour – straight ahead when entering – is a long concrete jetty with laid moorings for around 20 yachts. Depths here range from just under 2.0 metres at the root to 3.5 metres at the end of the jetty. Water and electricity are available. Charges (2016): HRK 25/metre. These berths are the one normally used by visiting yachts. Shelter here is good except in strong E or SE winds.

• NW quay

There are three concrete jetties at the NW end of the harbour offering some 50-60 berths. These are normally reserved for local boats, but visiting yachts can berth if there is space on the outside of the most seaward of the jetties. Laid moorings at all berths. There are water and electricity points. Toilets and showers at the root of the jetty. Shelter is good here in most conditions, although strong SE winds can cause an unpleasant swell.

• Breakwater If both jetties are full, it is possible to berth bows or stern-to the N breakwater using your anchor. Depths here are 2.5 - 3.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and weed. There are no facilities on the breakwater.

Note: The S side of the harbour is reserved for the fishing fleet.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

The nearest suitable anchorage is on the E side of the Prolaz Mali Zdrelac (see Ugljan).

Yacht Repairs and Services

Small boatyard in the town offering basic repairs.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

No fuel. Water and electricity on the jetties.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The Festival of Our Lady of the Snow, Kuklica

The town has a busy tourist industry and its old centre on the S side of the has a number of fine old buildings. There are some good walks in the surrounding pine woods and nice beaches within easy walking distance. In the cove of Kostanj, 15 minutes on foot N from the harbour, there is an excellent beach and a 13th century church of St Jerome.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Supermarket and other provisions shops in the town.

Eateries

Numerous restaurants ashore.

Garbage Disposal

Near the harbour.

Transportation

Buses to local destinations.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

• Ugljan at the Wikipedia
• Ugljan Tourism

For other useful websites, see Croatia.

References & Publications

See Croatia.

Comments

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Date of member's last visit to Kukljica and this page's details validated:

• July 2016 --Athene of Lymington

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Names: Athene of Lymington